SHZ0002 "TSUYUHIKARI" (40g)
Cherry blossom sweetness and mint coolness in a single cup. A Sencha that changes with the seasons.
Tsuyuhikari is one of those cultivars that genuinely surprises people. The aroma is delicate and floral — soft petals, a faint sweetness reminiscent of sakura — but layered underneath is a cool, clean mintiness that lifts the whole thing. Taruwaki Tea Farm in Shizuoka lets that complexity come through without forcing it.
The astringency sits lightly. The finish is bright and refreshing, not heavy. Brew it hot and the blossom note comes forward; brew it cold and the mint character leads. Either way, the umami holds and the balance stays. A tea that works year-round.
| Brew Temperature | 70°C |
|---|---|
| Brew Time | 1min 30sec |
| Tea Amount | 4.0g |
| Water Amount | 120ml |
Point
This Tsuyuhikari is cultivated in the open field and steamed lightly, to maximize its floral aroma and rich umami.
On the other hand, if brewed it incorrectly, it can have strong astringency and bitterness.
Brew it slowly and carefully at 70℃, which is just enough to bring out the aroma and suppress the extraction of astringency and bitterness.
- Boil water and transfer to a teacup once.
- Wait for 3 minutes to allow the temperature to drop to around 70 degrees.
*The temperature drop will vary depending on the shape and material of the teacup.
How to Brew
- Prepare the water at 70 degrees Celsius.
- Put the tea leaves in the teapot and pour the hot water.
- After 90 seconds, pour the water into the cup. Make sure do not shake the teapot when you pour to prevent tea leaves touch each other and extract unpleasant flavor.
- The last drop from the teapot is a superb drop of tea, rich in the flavor of the tea leaves. Pour every last drop of tea gently.
Reference
| Tea Type | Sencha |
|---|---|
| Cultivar | TSUYUHIKARI |
| Origin | Shizuoka |
| Cultivation Method | Open-field |
| Caffeine Level | Medium |
| Caffeine per Cup | 30mg |
| Net Weight | 40g |
| Cold Brew | Yes |
| Country of Origin | Japan |
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Kawanehoncho, Shizuoka Prefecture, is a famous tea-growing area with a long history. Yasuaki Taruwaki is the 8th generation of Taruwaki tea farm, which has more than 200 years of history. He makes tea at an altitude of 630m upstream of the Oigawa River.
His tea shows the characteristics of each cultivar straight away. The tea is grown in the open air, steamed shortly rather than deep steaming, and organically without pesticides and chemical fertilizers. All process is designed so that the aroma of each cultivar can be enjoyed. No compromise, and with great care, he makes teas that can be produced only on his farm.
Tsuyuhikari's father is a Shizu7132, aromatic cultivar with a flowery aroma. It has rich umami and a sweet aroma like cherry leaves that spreads softly in the aftertaste. This tea has a robust flavor and umami that is hard to believe is organically grown. The scent and astringency that only mountain-grown tea can have. This tea can be enjoyed in many different ways, so please enjoy it while experimenting with brewing methods.
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